1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta 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 1977 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
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 (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Fiesta | Brera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
