1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1983 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1983 GMC Jimmy 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 GMC Jimmy. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 1983 GMC Jimmy 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, 1983 GMC Jimmy 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, 1983 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 1983 GMC Jimmy 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. 1983 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1983 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Navajo | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
