1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (172 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | SZ | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 3962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
