2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century 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 129 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century.
Because 1969 Toyota Century 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 1969 Toyota Century. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1969 Toyota Century | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Brera | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |