1974 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
Model | Junior | BJ 2020 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |