1960 Holden FC vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC.
Because 1960 Holden FC 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 1960 Holden FC. 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, 1960 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | FC | Combo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
