1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (197 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Abarth | Beijing |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
