1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 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) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri weights approximately 970 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 500 | Centauri |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2410 mm |
