1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1961 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial 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 | 1961 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Eagle | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3800 mm |
