1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 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 149 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (141 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bella | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
