2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 176 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Brera | Alfetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
