1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 417 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 1978 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 1978 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint, 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, 1978 Opel Senator (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Sprint | Senator |
Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |