1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1995 Audi A8
To start off, 1995 Audi A8 is newer by 24 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 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Audi A8. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 597 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. 1995 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1995 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Cuneo | A8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
