1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1974 Nissan Violet
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 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Violet 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 164 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Violet weights approximately 70 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1974 Nissan Violet | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | Navajo | Violet |
Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |