1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 165 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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 Suzuki Aerio 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Navajo | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
