1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1991 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | 2000 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
