1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1981 Renault 18 is newer by 10 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 18 weights approximately 2 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, 1981 Renault 18, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Cuneo | 18 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
