1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 935 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Navajo | Antara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
