1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 35 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1191 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer 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 | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Eagle | Explorer |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2061 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4912 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2888 mm |