1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2011 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2011 Mazda MPV 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MPV. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda MPV weights approximately 840 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
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, 2011 Mazda MPV, 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, 2011 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2011 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Navajo | MPV |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
