2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Brera | Previa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
