1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1987 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alpine A 106 | 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
Make | Alpine | Beijing |
Model | A 106 | BJ 2021 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2580 mm |