1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2011 Opel Combo
To start off, 2011 Opel Combo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 4 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 2011 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (112 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2011 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Alfasud | Combo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
