1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 382 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, 1991 Honda Accord, 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, 1991 Honda Accord (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord 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 | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Cuneo | Accord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2449 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
