1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1976 Chrysler Centura
To start off, both 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta and 1976 Chrysler Centura were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura. 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1976 Chrysler Centura | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | Alfetta | Centura |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |