2011 Fiat Albea vs. 1986 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2011 Fiat Albea is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Albea weights approximately 81 kg more than 1986 Nissan Santana.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Albea. 1986 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Albea | 1986 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Albea | Santana |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
