1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 1999 Opel Omega

To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella and 1999 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 123 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega.

Because 1999 Opel Omega 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 1999 Opel Omega. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Alfa Romeo Bella 1999 Opel Omega
Make Alfa Romeo Opel
Model Bella Omega
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2959 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 223 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 282 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1650 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1510 mm


 

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