1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 290 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante.
Because 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante 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 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana, 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.
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1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Disco Volante | Santana |
Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 23.0:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |