1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2010 Opel Combo
To start off, 2010 Opel Combo is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 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 1950 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1950 Austin A 70 (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 2010 Opel Combo | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 70 | Combo |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 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 | 134 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 52 L |