2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 830 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Brera | Giulia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
