1973 Ford Cortina vs. 2011 Opel Combo
To start off, 2011 Opel Combo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Because 1973 Ford Cortina 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 1973 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Cortina | 2011 Opel Combo | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Cortina | Combo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 52 L |