1987 Citroen AX vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | AX | Brera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
