2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1953 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Anglia 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 225 more horse power than 1953 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 965 kg more than 1953 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1953 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Brera | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2220 mm |
