1996 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 15 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, 2011 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tata Indigo. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Beijing | Tata |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
