1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1972 Fiat 500
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 500 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 104 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 Fiat 500. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1972 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Eagle | 500 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |
