1982 Austin Marina vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Marina 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 123 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 663 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Austin Marina 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 1982 Austin Marina. 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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Marina | Brera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
