1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante 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 53 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Beijing | Mazda |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
