1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S 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 149 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Simca |
| Model | Navajo | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 70 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 | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |
