2004 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1958 Seat 600
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1958 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Seat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1958 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Beijing | Seat |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2010 mm |
