1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1973 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Datsun 240Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Datsun 240Z. (151 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1973 Datsun 240Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Datsun 240Z weights approximately 198 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1973 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Datsun |
| Model | Navajo | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2300 mm |
