2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Because 1970 Ford Maverick 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 1970 Ford Maverick. 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Brera | Maverick |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |