1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1988 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Abarth | Beijing |
| Model | 1000 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
