1996 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Toyota Celica. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
