What was common in the character, way of life and economic structure of the Huns and Alans?

Both the Huns and Alans led a nomadic lifestyle. They did not build cities, preferring the liberty of the steppes. They were engaged in cattle breeding, hunting, predation. They had huge herds of horses and cattle. They lived constantly in motion, without stopping for a long time in one place. Alan families lived in wagons. They fought in the equestrian ranks, trained in military affairs from childhood. Every man in the tribe had to know how to hunt, fight, and understand horses. They raided neighbors, but could also serve as mercenaries.