1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 15 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 275 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Eagle | Spider |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
