1955 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul.
Because 1955 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 1955 Ford Consul. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Consul | Insignia |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
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 |