1997 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1973 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia 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 9 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 754 kg more than 1973 Mazda Familia. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1973 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Beijing | Mazda |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
