2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1966 Austin A 40
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 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 209 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 943 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. 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 1966 Austin A 40. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1966 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Brera | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 29 L |
