1967 Steyr 500 vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 500.
Because 1967 Steyr 500 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 Steyr 500. 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, 2012 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Steyr 500 | 2012 Opel Combo | |
Make | Steyr | Opel |
Model | 500 | Combo |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 489 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 2970 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |