1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1972 Opel Commodore
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 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1972 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Commodore weights approximately 300 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1972 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Navajo | Commodore |
Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |