1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1995 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Because 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 2400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Abarth | Beijing |
| Model | 2400 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
