1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Opel Signum
To start off, 2007 Opel Signum is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 330 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 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 1950 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2007 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 70 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
