1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 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 165 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Navajo | 128 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |
