1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 130 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
