1993 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 (160 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | DS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3140 mm |
