1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1984 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 1984 Plymouth Turismo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle 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 60 more horse power than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Turismo weights approximately 186 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Because 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Turismo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1984 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | Eagle | Turismo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
