1993 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1955 Citroen 15
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1955 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1955 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1955 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
