2004 Opel Combo vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Opel Combo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Combo weights approximately 275 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Opel Combo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Combo | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Opel | Wartburg |
Model | Combo | 312 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 43 L |