1968 Ford 17 vs. 2010 Opel Combo
To start off, 2010 Opel Combo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17.
Because 1968 Ford 17 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 1968 Ford 17. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2010 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | 17 | Combo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
