1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99.
Because 1962 Austin A 99 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 1962 Austin A 99. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 99 | Brera |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
