1954 Ford Anglia 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 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia.
Because 1954 Ford Anglia 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 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia. 2011 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Anglia | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Anglia | Insignia |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1170 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2737 mm |