1977 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1984 Nissan Santana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Santana weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GTV | Santana |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
