2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Senator weights approximately 885 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Opel Senator (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Caterham | Opel |
Model | Beaulieu | Senator |
Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |