1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1986 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | 164 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
