1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1969 Porsche 914
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 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 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 127 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 914 weights approximately 90 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Navajo | 914 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |