1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1988 Honda Accord
To start off, 1988 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 108 more horse power than 1988 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Accord weights approximately 245 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, 1988 Honda Accord, 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1988 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Navajo | Accord |
Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
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 | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |