1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1977 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (172 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (297 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat Campagnola. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1977 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Beijing | Fiat |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 3962 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
