1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2008 BMW 120
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 32 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. Both 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo and 2008 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120. 2008 BMW 120 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. 2008 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2008 BMW 120 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Navajo | 120 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |