1992 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 868 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 9 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
