1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1958 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1958 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Eagle | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
