1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 439 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (278 Nm). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Navajo | Passat |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
