1959 Abarth 850 vs. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Abarth | Beijing |
| Model | 850 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
