1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1982 Mazda 323 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 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 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo weights approximately 198 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Cuneo | 323 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
