1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 426 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Navajo | Corvette |
Year Released | 1976 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |