1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1993 Beijing BJ 212

To start off, both 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 and 1993 Beijing BJ 212 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.

Because 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Beijing BJ 212.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Alfa Romeo 155 1993 Beijing BJ 212
Make Alfa Romeo Beijing
Model 155 BJ 212
Year Released 1993 1993
Engine Size 2498 cc 2068 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1880 mm


 

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