1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 14 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 97 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD.
Because 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD. 2013 Scion xD 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. 2013 Scion xD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Scion |
| Model | Bella | xD |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
