2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2007 Fiat Idea
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2007 Fiat Idea were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 177 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Fiat Idea. 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 2007 Fiat Idea. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2007 Fiat Idea | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Brera | Idea |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3193 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |