1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1998 Toyota MR2 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 365 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, 1998 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Eagle | MR2 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |