2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1969 AMC Hornet
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC Hornet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC Hornet would be higher. At 4,983 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC Hornet (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet 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 66 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet.
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, 1969 AMC Hornet (414 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1969 AMC Hornet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | AMC |
| Model | Centauri | Hornet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
