2001 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 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 29 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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 1959 Fiat 1200. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Beijing | Fiat |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
