1993 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta 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 34 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (94 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
