1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 18 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 190 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
Model | Navajo | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 90 mm |
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 | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |