1968 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1991 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Beijing |
| Model | Bianchina | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |
