1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 655 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage. 2013 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Kia |
Model | Navajo | Sportage |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |