1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1964 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen Ak 350 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 61 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. 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 1964 Citroen Ak 350. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1964 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
