1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Because 1951 Ford Vedette 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 1951 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia, 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Vedette | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2737 mm |
