2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 5 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri.
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, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (542 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Brera | Centauri |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2959 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
