1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1983 BMW 316
To start off, 1983 BMW 316 is newer by 7 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 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 316 weights approximately 120 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1983 BMW 316 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Navajo | 316 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |