1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP) has 147 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 105 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (192 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
| Model | Navajo | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
