1948 Austin 16 vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16.
Because 1948 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 1948 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1948 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 2012 Opel Combo | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | 16 | Combo |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |