1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
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 Opel Insignia, 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 2009 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Navajo | Insignia |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2737 mm |