1987 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1957 Riley 1.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Riley 1.5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 1.5. (112 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 1.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
| Make | Beijing | Riley |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 1.5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |
