2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Brera | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
