1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1951 Austin A 70
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 400 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1951 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Navajo | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
