1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1986 Opel Senator
To start off, both 1986 Fiat Croma and 1986 Opel Senator were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Senator weights approximately 35 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma, 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, 1986 Opel Senator (182 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (84 Nm). This means 1986 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 1986 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Croma | Senator |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
