1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 93 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 619 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
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1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Navajo | Passat |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |