1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1971 Honda 1300
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 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 147 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Honda 1300 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
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, 1971 Honda 1300, 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1971 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Navajo | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2200 mm |
