1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 1998 Opel Signum is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 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 65 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Signum weights approximately 905 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Opel Signum (185 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1998 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 35 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |
