1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1991 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 (70 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 584 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 (160 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1991 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | A 40 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
