1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Belmont 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 149 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont.
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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 1987 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bella | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
