1959 Ford Anglia vs. 2000 Opel Signum
To start off, 2000 Opel Signum is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 672 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Anglia 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 1959 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 2000 Opel Signum | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Anglia | Signum |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |