1992 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul 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 19 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. 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 1957 Ford Consul. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1957 Ford Consul | |
Make | Beijing | Ford |
Model | BJ 2020 | Consul |
Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |