1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius 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 96 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 332 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 Toyota Prius, 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Cuneo | Prius |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |