1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 700 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fiesta | Signum |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
