1959 Abarth 500 vs. 1995 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. 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 1959 Abarth 500. 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, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Abarth | Beijing |
| Model | 500 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2310 mm |
