1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. 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 (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Alfa 6 | Senator |
Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 77.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |