1960 Abarth 850 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 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 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 50 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. 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 850. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Abarth | Beijing |
| Model | 850 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
