1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 30 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Lincoln LS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 2001 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 639 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
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, 2001 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS 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 | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
| Model | Cuneo | LS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2910 mm |
