1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 23 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 143 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 336 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Navajo | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |