1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 28 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 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (112 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1999 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, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 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 | 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alpine | Beijing |
| Model | A 110 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2680 mm |
