1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 24 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 103 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 240 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, 2000 Opel Corsa, 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Navajo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
