1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1993 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1950 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 1993 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | A 90 | BJ 2021 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
