1958 Austin Princess vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, 1999 Opel Signum is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 585 kg more than 1999 Opel Signum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Austin Princess 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 1958 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1958 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Signum. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin Princess | 1999 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Princess | Signum |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2840 mm |
