1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2003 Opel Combo
To start off, 2003 Opel Combo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Combo weights approximately 605 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Combo (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2003 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Abarth | Opel |
| Model | 1300 | Combo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2840 mm |
