1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Opel Combo
To start off, 2010 Opel Combo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Because 1961 Lancia Appia 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 Lancia Appia. 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, 2010 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2010 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Appia | Combo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 52 L |
