1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1986 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1986 Nissan Santana is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Santana weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle 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 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1986 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Eagle | Santana |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
