1994 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1961 Fiat 500
To start off, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1961 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Beijing | Fiat |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1950 mm |
