1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 130 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
