1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1982 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1982 Holden Statesman is newer by 6 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Holden Statesman. (170 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Statesman weights approximately 850 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, 1982 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 1982 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1982 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Navajo | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |
