2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Minica 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 226 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | Brera | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3193 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2270 mm |