2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1965 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti Mini 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 47 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1965 Innocenti Mini. 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 1965 Innocenti Mini. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1965 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Beijing | Innocenti |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Mini |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2050 mm |
