1998 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | 156 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
