2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1985 Toyota Soarer
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 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Soarer 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 141 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1985 Toyota Soarer 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 1985 Toyota Soarer. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1985 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Brera | Soarer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |