2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1989 Citroen AX
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen AX would be higher. At 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 745 kg more than 1989 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1989 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Brera | AX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
