2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 28 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 320 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator.
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, 2006 Ford Fiesta, 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 (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fiesta | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Fiesta | Senator |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |