2005 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 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 37 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Beijing | Fiat |
| Model | BJ 2021 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
