1956 Ford Consul 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 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Signum (99 HP @ 3120 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Signum weights approximately 509 kg more than 1956 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Consul. 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, 1998 Opel Signum (185 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 1998 Opel Signum | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Consul | Signum |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |