2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 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 455 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Centauri | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
