1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1951 Holden FX
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 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1951 Holden FX. (51 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1951 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Holden FX weights approximately 100 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1951 Holden FX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Navajo | FX |
Year Released | 1976 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |