1988 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Beijing | Honda |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
