1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 970 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Navajo | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
