2005 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 964 kg more than 1962 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Citroen Ami. 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, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Ami |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
