1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 37 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1310 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.
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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
| Model | Cuneo | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3520 mm |
