1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 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 191 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 137 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cuneo (183 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Cuneo | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
