1989 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164

To start off, both 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 and 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.

Because 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. 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 Alfa Romeo 164 (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 has automatic transmission and 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Beijing BJ 2021 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
Make Beijing Alfa Romeo
Model BJ 2021 164
Year Released 1989 1989
Engine Size 2466 cc 2959 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 101 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 259 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2670 mm


 

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