1971 Toyota Century vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Century (128 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
Because 1971 Toyota Century 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 1971 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1971 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia. 2008 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1971 Toyota Century has manual transmission. 1971 Toyota Century will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Century | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Century | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2737 mm |
