1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2005 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 TVR Tuscan 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 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 360 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 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tuscan 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 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | Navajo | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
