2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today 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 209 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 995 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1996 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Brera | Today |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3193 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |