1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta 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 122 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Delta weights approximately 105 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 Lancia Delta, 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Navajo | Delta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
