1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2002 TVR Tuscan is newer by 26 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 330 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 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, 2002 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
Model | Navajo | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |