1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 23 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus 340 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle weights approximately 195 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
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, 1998 Lotus 340 R (198 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus 340 R 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 | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Eagle | 340 R |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
