2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen 541 (153 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen 541 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda, 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, 1957 Jensen 541 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Panda | 541 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
