2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1948 Austin A 90
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 A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90.
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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1948 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Brera | A 90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2660 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.3 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 | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
