2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri and 2001 Daihatsu U4 B were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri weights approximately 595 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will offer significantly more control. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Centauri | U4 B |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
