1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1953 Austin A 70. 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 1953 Austin A 70. 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, 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1996 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin | Beijing |
| Model | A 70 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
