1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo weights approximately 228 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Smart |
Model | Cuneo | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1867 mm |