2001 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
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 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald 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 51 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Beijing | Triumph |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Herald |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2320 mm |
