2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (400 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Brera | 7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 26 L |
