1993 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. 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 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Beijing | Triumph |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2110 mm |
