2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1982 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 15 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, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1982 Ferrari Mondial 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 | 1982 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Centauri | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
