1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini
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 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Innocenti Mini 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 175 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo weights approximately 168 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1974 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Innocenti |
| Model | Navajo | Mini |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2150 mm |
