1958 Ford Popular vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 745 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Popular 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 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Popular | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Popular | Signum |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |
