2005 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1971 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, 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Beijing | Simca |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
