1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1977 Lancia Scorpion
To start off, 1977 Lancia Scorpion is newer by 6 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) has 151 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Scorpion weights approximately 27 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Scorpion. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Scorpion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1977 Lancia Scorpion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Cuneo | Scorpion |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
