1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 409 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cuneo | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
