1971 Fiat Dino vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
Because 1971 Fiat Dino 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 1971 Fiat Dino. 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, 1971 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Dino | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Dino | Combo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
