2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1983 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Esprit 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 348 kg more than 1983 Lotus Esprit.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Esprit. (222 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1983 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Centauri | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
