1986 Opel Senator vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 26 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, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Senator weights approximately 188 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit.
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, 2012 Honda Fit, 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Senator | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Senator | Fit |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
