1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson, 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano (191 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Caimano | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
