1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 350 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. 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, 1983 Opel Senator (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | 131 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
