1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 1999 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 28 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 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 282 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, 1999 Ford Cougar, 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 1999 Ford Cougar | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Cuneo | Cougar |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 87.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |