2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 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 235 kg more than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Centauri | 3000 Mk III |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
