1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 1998 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 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 | 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
Model | Spider | BJ 2020 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |