1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 35 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 2011 Audi A4 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. 2011 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Navajo | A4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2809 mm |
