1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 35 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 3,540 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Cuneo | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3540 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
