2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1959 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1959 Riley 4 | |
Make | Beijing | Riley |
Model | BJ 2020 | 4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |