1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 1998 Opel Signum is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Signum weights approximately 65 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 185 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1998 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | Tickford | Signum |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
