1986 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1986 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS.
Because 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2021 | GS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
