1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2002 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 12 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 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2002 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, 2002 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, 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
Model | Spider | BJ 2021 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |