1993 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Simca 1300. 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Beijing | Simca |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
