1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. Both 1949 Austin A 90 and 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 are equipped with a 2,660 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 191 kg more than 1949 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 (197 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 2000 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | A 90 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
