1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1990 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,066 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 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, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
Model | Alfasud | BJ 212 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2066 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |