1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 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) has 189 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo weights approximately 48 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Navajo | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
