1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 29 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 635 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Navajo | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |