2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 130 kg more than 1972 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Holden Monaro 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 1972 Holden Monaro. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Brera | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
