2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 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, 1960 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 529 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda 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, 1960 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Panda | 541 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 68 L |
