1950 Austin A135 vs. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | A135 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2310 mm |
