1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1987 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Because 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alpine | Beijing |
| Model | A 310 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
