1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 27 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 68 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
Model | Navajo | 7 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 89.3 mm |
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 | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |