1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1559 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 2012 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
Model | Alfetta | Navigator |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1989 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 106 L |