2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 159 kg more than 1958 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Jensen 541 (311 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Colorado | 541 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
