2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 417 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (141 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Centauri | Alfetta |
Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 141 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |