2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1959 Austin A 55
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 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 202 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 585 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. 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 1959 Austin A 55. 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) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1959 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Brera | A 55 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
