1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1994 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Because 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Alpine | Beijing |
| Model | A 310 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2310 mm |
