1987 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Panda 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) has 222 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Panda.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Fiat Panda. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Panda | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Panda | Brera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
