1965 Abarth 595 vs. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1965 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Abarth 595. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 595 | 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Abarth | Beijing |
| Model | 595 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2310 mm |
