2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva 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 120 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva.
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 (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Brera | Festiva |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2300 mm |