1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina vs. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina. 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Berlina | 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | Berlina | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
