2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Elise (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Elise 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 707 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Centauri | Elise |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
