2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Horizon would be higher. At 3,193 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 165 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (91 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 680 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer significantly more control. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Horizon. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | Brera | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
