1999 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect 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 69 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. 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 1959 Ford Prefect. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2220 mm |
