1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2001 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 75 (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | 75 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
