1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1984 Renault R5
To start off, 1984 Renault R5 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 194 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 Renault R5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1984 Renault R5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Navajo | R5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
