1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1992 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 16 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 1992 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1992 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Navajo | Virage |
Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5338 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 344 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |