2012 Opel Combo vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alvis TD (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
Because 1958 Alvis TD 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 1958 Alvis TD. 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, 1958 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo. 1958 Alvis TD has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Combo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Alvis TD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Opel Combo | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Opel | Alvis |
| Model | Combo | TD |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
