1959 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1992 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
Make | Abarth | Beijing |
Model | Spider Riviera | BJ 2021 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 2466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |