1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 502 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cuneo | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
