1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Beijing |
| Model | Sports Convertible | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2310 mm |
