1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021
To start off, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 30 | 1990 Beijing BJ 2021 | |
Make | Austin | Beijing |
Model | A 30 | BJ 2021 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |