1975 Fiat 127 vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 865 kg more than 1975 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Opel Senator 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 1990 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 127, 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 127 | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 127 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
