1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2001 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2001 Smart Roadster is newer by 25 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 147 more horse power than 2001 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2001 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
| Model | Navajo | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
