1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1972 Audi Variant
To start off, 1972 Audi Variant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo 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 177 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Audi Variant weights approximately 22 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1972 Audi Variant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Cuneo | Variant |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
