1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1946 Simca 8
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Simca 8 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 195 more horse power than 1946 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1946 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Simca 8 weights approximately 54 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.
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1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1946 Simca 8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
Model | Navajo | 8 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |