1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 282 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cuneo | Spider |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
