1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1991 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 15 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 540 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
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 @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1991 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
Model | Navajo | Firebird |
Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |