2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 4 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 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 374 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. 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, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | 147 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
