1995 Acura Legend vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri.
Because 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Legend | Centauri |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
