2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1974 Alpine A 310
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alpine A 310 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 73 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310.
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 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1974 Alpine A 310 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | Brera | A 310 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1605 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
