1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 274 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | GTV | Senator |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
