1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1993 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo would be higher. At 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | Carabo | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
