1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1984 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Senator weights approximately 565 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, 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, 1984 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1984 Opel Senator | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Uno | Senator |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |