1993 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 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 6 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1972 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Beijing | Seat |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
