2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1995 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | 166 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
