1957 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Opel Insignia

To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul.

Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia, 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul. 2011 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ford Consul 2011 Opel Insignia
Make Ford Opel
Model Consul Insignia
Year Released 1957 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1701 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 127 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1856 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1498 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2737 mm


 

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