1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. Both 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella and 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ are equipped with a 2,959 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Because 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ 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 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Bella | SZ |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
