2004 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1970 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Beijing | Simca |
| Model | BJ 2020 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
