1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (125 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 610 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2001 Opel Signum | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Cortina | Signum |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |