1967 Fiat 125 vs. 2003 Opel Combo
To start off, 2003 Opel Combo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Combo weights approximately 275 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125.
Because 1967 Fiat 125 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 1967 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Opel Combo (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 125 | 2003 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 125 | Combo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
