1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 41 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 902 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. 2012 Ford F-450 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. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Cuneo | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 4379 mm |
