1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1986 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 4 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 6 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Senator weights approximately 260 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1986 Opel Senator | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 75 | Senator |
Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1566 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |