1998 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1960 Renault Floride
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1960 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1960 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1960 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Floride |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
