1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1999 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
Model | Spider | BJ 2020 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |