2000 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1995 Caterham 21
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham 21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham 21 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 902 kg more than 1995 Caterham 21.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Caterham 21. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1995 Caterham 21 | |
| Make | Beijing | Caterham |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 21 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2260 mm |
