1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Opel Combo
To start off, 2011 Opel Combo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Wartburg | Opel |
| Model | 312 | Combo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 52 L |
