2001 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | 146 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
