2001 Audi A2 vs. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1996 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | A2 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
