1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 585 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester 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 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Cuneo | Forester |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
