1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 27 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 522 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cuneo | C |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
