1971 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1971 Audi 100.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | 100 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
