1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1964 Innocenti A 40
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 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Innocenti A 40 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 40 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1964 Innocenti A 40. 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 Innocenti A 40. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1964 Innocenti A 40 | |
| Make | Beijing | Innocenti |
| Model | BJ 2020 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2220 mm |
