2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 175 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
Model | Brera | Tickford |
Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3193 cc | 2441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |