1985 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1949 Morris Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1949 Morris Six | |
| Make | Beijing | Morris |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Six |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
