1978 Opel Senator vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 361 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator.
Because 1978 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 1978 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz, 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, 1978 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Senator | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Opel | Hyundai |
Model | Senator | Getz |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |