1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Alfasud | Bella |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
