1962 Ford Consul vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 788 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Ford Consul 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 1962 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Opel Signum (371 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Consul | Signum |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
