2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 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 125 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Brera | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
