1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina 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 129 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina.
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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Bella | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
