1969 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 2004 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi A 112 | 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Beijing |
| Model | A 112 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 655 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2680 mm |
