1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 TVR Type S. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo weights approximately 148 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S 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 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | Cuneo | Type S |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 68.5 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 | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2300 mm |
