1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1978 Renault 12
To start off, 1978 Renault 12 is newer by 7 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 1978 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo weights approximately 98 kg more than 1978 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Renault 12, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1978 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Cuneo | 12 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
