2000 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1955 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 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 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Beijing | Skoda |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
