1999 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1953 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Riley Pathfinder 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 (112 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021.
Because 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. 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, 1953 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1953 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Beijing | Riley |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
