1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Maestro 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 23 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Maestro | Combo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 52 L |
