1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 672 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (249 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 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 | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Eagle | 130 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
