1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1977 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo 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 158 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Avenger weights approximately 30 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1977 Chrysler Avenger | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | Navajo | Avenger |
Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |