1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 310 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (166 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Eagle | 3000 Mk III |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
