1996 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Y10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Y10 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 15 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (85 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1985 Lancia Y10. 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 1985 Lancia Y10. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Beijing | Lancia |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2170 mm |
