1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 770 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Navajo | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
