2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
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 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera 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 155 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera.
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 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Brera | Primera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
