1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 331 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | GTV | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
