1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II weights approximately 110 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Cuneo | 3000 Mk II |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
