1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 1998 Opel Signum is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Signum weights approximately 216 kg more than 1957 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Austin A 95 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 1957 Austin A 95. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 1998 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 95 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
