1993 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina 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 645 kg more than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Lotus Cortina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
