1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 33 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 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 679 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.

Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo 2009 Chevrolet Aveo
Make Alfa Romeo Chevrolet
Model Navajo Aveo
Year Released 1976 2009
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 8800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 306 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 7000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 870 kg 1549 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1060 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2490 mm


 

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