1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2003 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 600 | 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
Make | Abarth | Beijing |
Model | 600 | BJ 2021 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |