1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 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 192 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
| Model | Navajo | 312 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
