1993 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta 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 550 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Beta. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Beijing | Lancia |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
