1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1988 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1988 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 17 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 372 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
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, 1988 Chrysler New Yorker, 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, 1988 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler New Yorker 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 | 1988 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Cuneo | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
