2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | 156 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
