1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 412 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (183 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cuneo | 200 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
