1999 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 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 9 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 596 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Beijing | Seat |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
