1992 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1963 Seat 1400
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 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 51 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1963 Seat 1400. 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 1963 Seat 1400. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1963 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Beijing | Seat |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
