1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2009 Opel Combo
To start off, 2009 Opel Combo is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30.
Because 1952 Austin A 30 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 1952 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 2009 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 30 | Combo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 52 L |
