2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
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 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 215 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Centauri | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
