1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 43 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 2,465 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 980 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 1998 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, 1998 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alpine | Beijing |
| Model | A 106 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2465 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2680 mm |
