1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
Model | Alfasud | BJ 2020 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |