2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX 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 127 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX. 1999 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | Brera | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
