1991 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Beijing | Fiat |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
