1986 Opel Senator vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Senator would be higher. 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 13 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Senator weights approximately 315 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. 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, 2010 Fiat 500, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Senator | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Senator | 500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
