2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1989 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Supra weights approximately 145 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri (260 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1989 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Centauri | Supra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
