1989 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1956 Talbot 2500.
Because 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1956 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Beijing | Talbot |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
