1996 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1966 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1966 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 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Innocenti A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 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 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1966 Innocenti A 40 | |
| Make | Beijing | Innocenti |
| Model | BJ 2021 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2220 mm |
