1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey

To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 40 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1012 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 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. 2011 Honda Odyssey 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. 2011 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo 2011 Honda Odyssey
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model Cuneo Odyssey
Year Released 1971 2011
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 230 HP 248 HP
Engine RPM 8800 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 7000 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1048 kg 2060 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 5154 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 910 mm 1737 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 3000 mm


 

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