1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 2009 Infiniti FX 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. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | Navajo | FX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
