1974 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri 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 1974 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri.
Because 1974 Ford Capri 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 1974 Ford Capri. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Capri | Brera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
