1997 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 1084 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Beijing | Mitsubishi |
Model | BJ 2020 | Minica |
Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |