2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica 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 360 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica 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 1983 Toyota Celica. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Brera | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
