1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2007 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Honda Legend is newer by 31 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Legend weights approximately 1050 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.
Because 2007 Honda Legend 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, 2007 Honda Legend 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, 2007 Honda Legend (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 2007 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2007 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Navajo | Legend |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
