1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1999 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
Model | Giulietta | BJ 2020 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |