1996 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1969 Seat 600
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 600 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 76 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1969 Seat 600. 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 1969 Seat 600. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1969 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Beijing | Seat |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
