2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1948 Austin 16
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,398 cc, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1948 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Brera | 16 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
