1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 13 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Because 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 2003 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | SZ | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
