1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 34 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 899 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 2010 Volvo S60 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. 2010 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Navajo | S60 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2776 mm |