1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 30 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 880 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Navajo | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
