1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 39 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 407. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 552 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 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 | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Cuneo | 407 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
