2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 181 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | Centauri | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
