2002 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS 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 440 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS.
Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen GS. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | GS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
