1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1437 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 2011 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Navajo | T5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
