1999 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1950 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1950 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
