1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Because 1958 Ford Prefect 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 Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect. 2010 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Prefect | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2737 mm |
