2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1990 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Beijing BJ 212 would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 235 kg more than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | Spider | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2066 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
