2005 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1955 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 584 kg more than 1955 Talbot 2500.
Because 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1955 Talbot 2500 (197 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1955 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Beijing | Talbot |
Model | BJ 2020 | 2500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |