1972 Audi Variant vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi Variant 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 129 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 475 kg more than 1972 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Variant | Brera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
