1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda 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 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 169 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 913 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Navajo | Panda |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
