1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1970 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (83 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 Isuzu Florian. 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 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1970 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Beijing | Isuzu |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
