2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina 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 102 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 675 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 1970 Ford Cortina. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Brera | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
