1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1973 MG MGB
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 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG MGB 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 131 more horse power than 1973 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1973 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 MG MGB weights approximately 130 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1973 MG MGB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | Navajo | MGB |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
