1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 127 | Combo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
