1983 Opel Senator vs. 2007 Smart Brabus
To start off, 2007 Smart Brabus is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator 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 16 more horse power than 2007 Smart Brabus. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart Brabus.
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, 2007 Smart Brabus (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Smart Brabus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Senator | 2007 Smart Brabus | |
| Make | Opel | Smart |
| Model | Senator | Brabus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 999 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
