2006 Honda Civic vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 1960 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 1960 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, 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, 1960 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Civic | 541 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
