1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 22 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 99 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 462 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Navajo | S-MX |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |