1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1992 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 654 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1992 Beijing BJ 212 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
Model | Alfasud | BJ 212 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |