1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 34 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 52 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 99 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (225 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Cuneo | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
