1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1997 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1997 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 919 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Alpine | Beijing |
| Model | A 110 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2310 mm |
