1952 AC 2-Litre vs. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1952 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1952 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1952 AC 2-Litre | 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
Make | AC | Beijing |
Model | 2-Litre | BJ 2020 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2310 mm |