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 81 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 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 @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega. 1999 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 282 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |