1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 627 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2012 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Navajo | Forester |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2616 mm |
