1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC Cobra weights approximately 140 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1965 AC Cobra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | AC |
Model | Navajo | Cobra |
Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 72.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |