2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1973 Fiat 850
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 850. 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 (197 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1973 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Beijing | Fiat |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2040 mm |
