2000 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1992 Citroen AX
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen AX 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 67 more horse power than 1992 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 788 kg more than 1992 Citroen AX. 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 1992 Citroen AX. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1992 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2021 | AX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
