1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III 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 192 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo weights approximately 330 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Navajo | N III |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
