1973 Honda Z vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Z | Brera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
