1997 Eagle Talon vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 1997 Eagle Talon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Eagle Talon weights approximately 835 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 1959 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Eagle Talon, 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, 1997 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Eagle Talon | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
| Make | Eagle | Fiat |
| Model | Talon | 750 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
