1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 306 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | Eagle | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
