1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 96 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | GTV | Navajo |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 52.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |