2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1990 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta 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 640 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1990 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
