1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1979 Opel Senator

To start off, both 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta and 1979 Opel Senator were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Senator weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.

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:

1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 1979 Opel Senator
Make Alfa Romeo Opel
Model Alfetta Senator
Year Released 1979 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2782 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 80 HP 0 HP
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2690 mm


 

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