1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Excel 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 63 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Because 1983 Lotus Excel 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 1983 Lotus Excel. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Bella | Excel |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1020 mm |
