1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 536 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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. 1959 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Cuneo | P5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2820 mm |
