1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 16 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 164 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, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm). This means 1987 Pontiac Fiero 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 | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | Cuneo | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 73.7 mm |
| 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 | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
