1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1973 Mazda 929
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 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 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 145 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Navajo | 929 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
