1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair 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 85 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Because 1965 Ford Corsair 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 1965 Ford Corsair. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Corsair | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Corsair | Brera |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |