2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Silvia (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Silvia 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 415 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Centauri | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
