1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1993 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 18 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 672 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper 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 | 1993 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Eagle | Viper |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
