2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1972 AMC Ambassador
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 292 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (468 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador 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 | 1972 AMC Ambassador | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | AMC |
| Model | Centauri | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 105.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3110 mm |
