1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Giulietta | Brera |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |