2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 490 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Austin A 55 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Brera | A 55 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
