1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1972 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 355 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) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1972 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Navajo | Dino |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
