1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Because 1950 Ford Zephyr 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 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1950 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Zephyr | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Zephyr | Combo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 130 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 | 4370 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
