1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 337 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, 2004 Honda Accord, 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Cuneo | Accord |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |