1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1965 Avanti Avanti
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 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 590 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 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti 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 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Avanti |
Model | Navajo | Avanti |
Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |