1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
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 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo 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 1996 Ford Indigo. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo 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 Ford Indigo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Bella | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1010 mm |
