1999 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1951 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1951 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 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 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1951 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
