1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul 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. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 390 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, 2012 Kia Soul, 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul. 2012 Kia Soul 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 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
| Model | Navajo | Soul |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| 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 | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
