1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 38 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1202 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 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cuneo | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
