2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado
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 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 289 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 | 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Centauri | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
