2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 38 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera, 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Brera | Cuneo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
