1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Opel |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2737 mm |
