1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,996 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 228 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 685 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Navajo | C |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
