1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1992 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1992 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | Alfetta | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
