1987 Fiat 126 vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat 126 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 65 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126.
Because 1987 Fiat 126 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 1987 Fiat 126. 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, 2012 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat 126 | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 126 | Combo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |
