1990 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1951 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1951 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1951 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Beijing | Citroen |
Model | BJ 2021 | 2CV |
Year Released | 1990 | 1951 |
Engine Size | 2466 cc | 374 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 10 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 22 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |