1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo 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, 1978 Opel Senator (170 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 176 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Fiat Bravo, 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 (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Bravo | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Bravo | Senator |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
