1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1994 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1994 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Abarth | Beijing |
| Model | 1300 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2310 mm |
