1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 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 127 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Bella | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
