1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 1978 Citroen LN
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LN 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 188 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN.
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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 1978 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Bella | LN |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
