1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 40 | Brera |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
