2002 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1972 Lancia 2000
To start off, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lancia 2000 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1972 Lancia 2000.
Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lancia 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia 2000. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1972 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Beijing | Lancia |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
