1999 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1961 Fiat 500
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 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 78 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. 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 1961 Fiat 500. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1961 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Beijing | Fiat |
Model | BJ 2021 | 500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 2466 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1950 mm |