1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 5 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 128 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Torana weights approximately 62 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Cuneo | Torana |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
