1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Opel Combo
To start off, 2010 Opel Combo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Combo.
Because 1965 Austin A 90 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 1965 Austin A 90. 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 2010 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 90 | Combo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 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 | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 52 L |
