1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo weights approximately 76 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Giulia | Cuneo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 52.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
