1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 60 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70.
Because 2010 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia 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 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 70 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2737 mm |
