1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 1000 | Navajo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 52.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2440 mm |