1987 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1966 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph 2000 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 10 more horse power than 1966 Triumph 2000. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1966 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1966 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Beijing | Triumph |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
