1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 355 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino 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 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Eagle | Dino |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
