1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1963 Fiat 1600
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 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 143 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1600. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1600 weights approximately 155 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1600. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1963 Fiat 1600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Navajo | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
