1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1981 Talbot Tagora 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 385 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Talbot |
Model | Navajo | Tagora |
Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2820 mm |