1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 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 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 615 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, 1998 Rover 75, 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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 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 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Eagle | 75 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
