1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 8 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 530 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 1984 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, 1984 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | Navajo | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
