1985 Opel Senator vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Senator weights approximately 373 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda, 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, 1985 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Senator | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Senator | Panda |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
