1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 934 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Navajo | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |
