1956 Austin Princess vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 1998 Opel Signum is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 704 kg more than 1998 Opel Signum.
Because 1956 Austin Princess 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 1956 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum, 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, 1956 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin Princess | 1998 Opel Signum | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Princess | Signum |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2740 mm |