1999 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Belmont. 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Beijing | Holden |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
