2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Thema (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lancia Thema. 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 (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Beijing | Lancia |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Thema |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
