The smaller states wanted equal representation with the larger states unlike the larger states who wanted representation based on population. If representation was based on population, the larger states would have more power. If representation was equal for every state, the smaller states would have more power (figuratively, because they have less people). The senate appealed to the smaller states because every state has 2 senators. The house of representatives appeals to the larger states because each state has a differing amount based on their population.
