1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Beijing BJ 2021. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has automatic transmission and 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
| Make | Beijing | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Alfa 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
