1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1989 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | 33 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
