1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri weights approximately 89 kg more than 1950 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri (260 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1950 AC 2-Litre | 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 2-Litre | Centauri |
Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |