1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2013 Mazda 6
To start off, 2013 Mazda 6 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 6 weights approximately 629 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 Mazda 6, 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2013 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Navajo | 6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |
