2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1998 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Crew (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Crew 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 175 kg more than 1998 Nissan Crew.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1998 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Centauri | Crew |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
