1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1955 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle weights approximately 19 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Eagle | 100 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
