1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1992 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 87 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 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, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 1992 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | GT | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2310 mm |
