1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 36 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. Both 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo and 2012 BMW X1 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 2012 BMW X1 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. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Navajo | X1 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
