1976 Peugeot 104 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 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 117 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (80 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 865 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 104. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (109 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot 104 | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Peugeot | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 104 | Brera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |
