1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1993 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 102 kg more than 1951 Alvis TA 21.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Alvis TA 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
Make | Alvis | Beijing |
Model | TA 21 | BJ 2020 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |