1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 788 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Because 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 110 | 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
Make | Alpine | Beijing |
Model | A 110 | BJ 2020 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2310 mm |