1989 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Beijing | Simca |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
