1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Beijing BJ 212
To start off, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is newer by 42 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 564 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 1992 Beijing BJ 212 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, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 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, 1992 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Beijing BJ 212 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 | 1992 Beijing BJ 212 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | A 40 | BJ 212 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
