1985 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul 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 49 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul. 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 1959 Ford Consul. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1959 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Consul |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
