2001 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Altima. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Altima.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Altima. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Altima | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Altima | Brera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
