1961 Austin Princess vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
Because 1961 Austin Princess 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 1961 Austin Princess. 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, 1961 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Princess | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Princess | Combo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 52 L |
