1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 2000 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2000 Lancia Kappa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella 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 6 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Kappa. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Kappa.
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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa 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 | 2000 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Bella | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
