1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2004 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2004 Ford Maverick is newer by 28 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 106 more horse power than 2004 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Maverick weights approximately 645 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 2004 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2004 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Navajo | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
