1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1985 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | Spider | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
