1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella and 1999 Volvo S80 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 85 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Bella | S80 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 282 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |