2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Sidewinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Sidewinder would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder 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 358 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
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, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder 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 | 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Centauri | Sidewinder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 8000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
