1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
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 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline 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 47 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 110 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Eagle | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
