2005 Opel Combo vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2005 Opel Combo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Combo (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Combo weights approximately 425 kg more than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Combo (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Combo | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Combo | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2110 mm |
