2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 540 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Brera | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
