2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,195 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 193 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4.
Because 1958 Riley 4 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 1958 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1958 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Riley |
| Model | Brera | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
