1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 1973 Mazda 616 is newer by 2 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 151 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo weights approximately 138 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Cuneo | 616 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
