2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1959 Jensen 541
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jensen 541 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 1959 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Mondeo | 541 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |