1947 Austin 16 vs. 2005 Opel Combo
To start off, 2005 Opel Combo is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Combo (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Opel Combo.
Because 1947 Austin 16 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 1947 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Combo, 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, 2005 Opel Combo (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2005 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | 16 | Combo |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
