1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 2004 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2004 Opel Tigra is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Tigra (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 132 kg more than 2004 Opel Tigra.
Because 1953 Daimler Conquest 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 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Tigra, 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, 2004 Opel Tigra (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Daimler Conquest | 2004 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Daimler | Opel |
Model | Conquest | Tigra |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.2 mm |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |