1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 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 193 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 140 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Skoda |
Model | Navajo | 1200 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |