1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1995 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 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 850 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Abarth | Beijing |
| Model | 1300 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2580 mm |
