2001 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Because 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. 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, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Beijing | Willys-Overland |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Rural |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
