1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1957 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1957 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jeep |
| Model | Navajo | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2060 mm |
