2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 1984 Opel Senator
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 130 kg more than 1984 Opel Senator.
Because 1984 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 1984 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Atos, 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, 1984 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 1984 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Atos | Senator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
