1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 810 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sports | Signum |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2840 mm |
