1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 18 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
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, 1996 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Coupe | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Coupe | Senator |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |