1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1993 Ford Focus
To start off, 1993 Ford Focus is newer by 17 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 1 more horse power than 1993 Ford Focus. (227 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Focus.
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, 1993 Ford Focus, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Focus. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1993 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Navajo | Focus |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1230 mm |
