1995 Acura Legend vs. 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 20 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 725 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.
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, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Legend | Eagle |
Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |