2000 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Beijing | Willys-Overland |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Rural |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
