1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri weights approximately 329 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1750 | Centauri |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
