1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 666 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Navajo | 407 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
