1971 Abarth 124 vs. 1987 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1987 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1971 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Abarth | Beijing |
| Model | 124 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1480 kg |
