1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 37 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 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (172 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 564 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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, 1998 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 2400 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 2400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Abarth | Beijing |
| Model | 2400 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 3962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
