2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | 166 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
