1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90.
Because 2011 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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 (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 90 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2737 mm |
