1990 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1968 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti J4 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 44 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti J4. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1968 Innocenti J4. 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 1968 Innocenti J4. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1968 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Beijing | Innocenti |
| Model | BJ 2021 | J4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
