1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1958 Ford 17
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 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 24 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. 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 1958 Ford 17. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1958 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
