1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 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 207 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alpine A 108. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Alpine | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 108 | Brera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |
