1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2003 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2003 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 32 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 2 more horse power than 2003 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 377 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, 2003 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda RX-8 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 | 2003 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Cuneo | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
