1954 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess.
Because 1954 Austin Princess 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 Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia, 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Princess | Insignia |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2737 mm |