1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,465 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 110. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alpine | Beijing |
| Model | A 110 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2465 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2680 mm |
