1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1981 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1981 Triumph TR7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1981 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1981 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 145 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Triumph TR7. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1981 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | Navajo | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2170 mm |
