1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1991 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 16 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 568 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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova 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 | 1991 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Eagle | Nova |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
