1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1996 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1996 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 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 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 228 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 710 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon 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 | 1996 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Navajo | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
