1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1957 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1957 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Beijing | Berkeley |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1790 mm |
