1998 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1971 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Chamois 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 47 more horse power than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1971 Sunbeam Chamois | |
Make | Beijing | Sunbeam |
Model | BJ 2020 | Chamois |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 2444 cc | 875 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2090 mm |