1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 895 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 30 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 1954 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum, 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, 2003 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 30 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2840 mm |
