1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2003 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2003 Ford Econoline 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
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, 2003 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Econoline 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 | 2003 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Navajo | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3510 mm |
