1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 54 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. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 151 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 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 2003 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 2003 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | A 90 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
