1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Musso is newer by 3 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 SsangYong Musso (305 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. 2002 SsangYong Musso 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. 2002 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | Bella | Musso |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
