1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo (230 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 426 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester 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 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Cuneo | Forester |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2616 mm |
