1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 1996 Rover 400
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 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 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 121 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | Bella | 400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
