1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. 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 2006 Tata Indica. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Beijing | Tata |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
