1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1972 Fiat X1-9
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 X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat X1-9 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 154 more horse power than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (74 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat X1-9 weights approximately 10 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (98 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 X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1972 Fiat X1-9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Navajo | X1-9 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| 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 | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
