1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2005 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 946 kg more than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Beijing |
| Model | Bianchina | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2680 mm |
