1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
Model | Bella | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 282 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |