1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 21 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (182 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 449 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
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, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (206 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Navajo | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1319 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
