2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2002 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2002 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | 147 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
