1994 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1971 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1971 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Innocenti J4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti J4. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1971 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Beijing | Innocenti |
| Model | BJ 2021 | J4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
