1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 24 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 401 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 2002 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | GTV | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
