1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 (112 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | 33 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
