1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 2001 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2001 Dodge Dakota is newer by 26 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 660 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Because 2001 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Dakota 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 | 2001 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Eagle | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
