1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,465 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Beijing | Fiat |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2465 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1850 mm |
