2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP) has 188 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 575 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal has automatic transmission and 1981 Volkswagen Santana has manual transmission. 1981 Volkswagen Santana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Kamal | Santana |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 306 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |