1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2004 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 33 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 902 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cuneo | Astro |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
