1960 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 962 kg more than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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 (197 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Beijing |
| Model | Bianchina | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2310 mm |
