1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 535 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (319 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | Navajo | Valiant |
Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |