1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2012 Lexus CT
To start off, 2012 Lexus CT 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 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus CT weights approximately 557 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 Lexus CT, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2012 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | Navajo | CT |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1800 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 | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2601 mm |
