1991 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1991 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 540 kg more than 1991 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Ducato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Beijing | Fiat |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3710 mm |
