1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1996 Audi A6
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 25 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 2,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 447 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Because 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 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 | 1996 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Cuneo | A6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
