1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Opel Combo
To start off, 2009 Opel Combo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Combo.
Because 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Spider | Combo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
