2002 Acura NSX vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (223 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella.
Because 2002 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. 2002 Acura NSX 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 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | NSX | Bella |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
