1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1986 Holden Drover
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover is newer by 15 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 167 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo weights approximately 138 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1986 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Cuneo | Drover |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2040 mm |
