1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2000 Opel Signum
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 830 kg more than 1948 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Ford Anglia 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 1948 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum, 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, 2000 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Ford Anglia | 2000 Opel Signum | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Anglia | Signum |
Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 933 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |