1999 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1970 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Sunbeam Chamois 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 76 more horse power than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. 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 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1970 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Beijing | Sunbeam |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2090 mm |
