2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
Model | Spider | BJ 2021 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |