1995 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1973 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
