2004 Honda Z vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z 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 131 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 585 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Z | Brera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
