1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 1966 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia 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 122 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 1966 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Bella | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
