1970 Ford 17 vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17.
Because 1970 Ford 17 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 1970 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 17 | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | 17 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2737 mm |
