1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 37 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) has 31 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Navajo | A3 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2578 mm |
