1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2002 Opel Signum
To start off, 2002 Opel Signum is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 48 kg more than 2002 Opel Signum.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Signum. (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2002 Opel Signum | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
Model | Tickford | Signum |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |