2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1959 Austin A 55
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 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 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 51 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri weights approximately 295 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1959 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Centauri | A 55 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
