1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 2005 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
Model | Navajo | Town Car |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 306 Nm | 389 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3000 mm |