2004 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1956 Citroen 15
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1956 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1956 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1956 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3100 mm |
