1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
Model | Spider | BJ 2020 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |