2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 51 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 85 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen 541 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. 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, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Palio | 541 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
