1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1980 Citroen CX
To start off, 1980 Citroen CX is newer by 4 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. Both 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo and 1980 Citroen CX are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1980 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen CX weights approximately 355 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
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, 1980 Citroen CX, 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1980 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Navajo | CX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
