1990 Opel Senator vs. 1969 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1990 Opel Senator is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1969 Triumph 1300. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 655 kg more than 1969 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Triumph 1300, 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 1969 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Senator | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
