1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 310 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2005 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Because 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alpine | Beijing |
| Model | A 310 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
