1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 19 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 527 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, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 | 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Cuneo | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3040 mm |
