1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 2012 Tata Safari 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, 2012 Tata Safari 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | Navajo | Safari |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
