1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 5 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 660 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Isuzu |
| Model | Navajo | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
