1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 90 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 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 | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
