2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1994 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire 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 540 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1994 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Brera | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
