1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira 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 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 142 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira. 1984 Holden Camira 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. 1984 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1984 Holden Camira | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Navajo | Camira |
Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |