2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1959 Jensen 541
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 428 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz, 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, 1959 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 1959 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Honda | Jensen |
Model | Jazz | 541 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |