1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1990 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | 2600 | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
