1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 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 119 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 1960 Abarth 700. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 700 | Brera |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |