1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 29 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 95 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 194 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, 2000 Ford Contour, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Cuneo | Contour |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |