1992 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 599 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | 33 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |
