1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90.
Because 1953 Austin A 90 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 1953 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 90. 2011 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 90 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2737 mm |
