1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1985 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1985 Lancia Prisma is newer by 14 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. Both 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo and 1985 Lancia Prisma are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo weights approximately 18 kg more than 1985 Lancia Prisma. 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, 1985 Lancia Prisma, 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1985 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Cuneo | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
