1953 Fiat 500 vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 723 kg more than 1953 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 500 | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 500 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
