1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | 90 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
