1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1972 Fiat 130
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 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 702 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130. 1972 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Navajo | 130 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
