1948 Ford Anglia vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 58 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 965 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, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Signum (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Anglia | Signum |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 933 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
