1992 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1959 Holden FC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Holden FC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1959 Holden FC | |
| Make | Beijing | Holden |
| Model | BJ 2021 | FC |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
