1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe 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 7 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (216 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Bella | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
