2006 Acura MDX vs. 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 31 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 404 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 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MDX | Eagle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
