1983 Opel Senator vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 2000. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 150 kg more than 1966 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Senator | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
