1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2001 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 662 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | Sprint | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
