1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special 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 159 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Because 1964 Holden FB Special 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 1964 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella, 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Bella | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
