2000 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1985 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | 147 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
