1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1969 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 845 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1969 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Navajo | Impala |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3100 mm |
