1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,717 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 33 | Combo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1717 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
