1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1997 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1997 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | Giulia | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
