2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio 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 179 kg more than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Centauri | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1450 mm |
