1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1966 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 572 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, 1966 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar Type S 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 | 1966 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Cuneo | Type S |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
