1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1985 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1985 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 9 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 480 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 1985 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1985 Toyota Blizzard 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1985 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Navajo | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
