2001 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Beijing | Fiat |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
