1983 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 29 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Senator (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 523 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Senator | 2012 Ford Ka | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Senator | Ka |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |