1956 Austin Princess 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 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, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia will offer significantly more control. 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 (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Princess | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2737 mm |
