1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Abarth | Beijing |
| Model | 700 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
