1972 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 265 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GTA | Santana |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |