1954 Ford Consul 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 Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (129 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul.
Because 1954 Ford Consul 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 Consul. 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 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul. 2011 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Consul 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 Consul | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Consul | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2737 mm |
