1993 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix20 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 180 kg more than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai ix20. 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, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020. (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Beijing | Hyundai |
| Model | BJ 2020 | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2615 mm |
