2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1989 TVR 400
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 TVR 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR 400 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 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 265 kg more than 1989 TVR 400.
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, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1989 TVR 400 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 | 1989 TVR 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
| Model | Centauri | 400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
