1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1971 Seat 1430
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 1430 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 13 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1971 Seat 1430. 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 1971 Seat 1430. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1971 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Beijing | Seat |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
