2001 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 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 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500. 2009 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Beijing | Fiat |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
