2001 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1984 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Prisma 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 1 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1984 Lancia Prisma. 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 1984 Lancia Prisma. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Prisma. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1984 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Beijing | Lancia |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
