2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 171 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Brera | Alfasud |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
