1965 Ford Anglia vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1965 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 933 kg more than 1965 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Anglia. 2006 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Anglia | 2006 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Anglia | Signum |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
