1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1992 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Beijing BJ 212 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1992 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1992 Beijing BJ 212 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
Model | 145 | BJ 212 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |