1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1971 DAF 44
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 DAF 44 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 66 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1971 DAF 44. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1971 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Beijing | DAF |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
