1995 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 17 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 155 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1340 kg |
